During his four decades as an insurance professional, Wellman Shew has witnessed much change in the nation's and California's insurance industries. He owns, operates, and manages Shew & Company Insurance Services in Fresno, California.
He established the insurance brokerage in 2005 and focuses on employee benefits. His insurance specialties, in addition to employee benefits, include life insurance.
Insurance against disability
Insurance for long-term care
Section 125 plans for health savings accounts
401k accounts
Whether the client is a large corporation looking to provide first-rate employee benefits or an individual looking for affordable health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits.
Achievements in the Insurance Industry
In February 2022, Wellman will celebrate his 40th year as a California insurance professional. His tenure in the state's insurance market attests to his knowledge and professionalism. His career has been recognized for its excellence and is expected to last many years.
Shew was previously named a member of the year by the Central California Association of Health Underwriters (CCAHU) for his dedicated and exceptional service as one of California's best insurance professionals.
Organizations like the CCAHU allow him to make important contacts in the California insurance market. Because of these connections, he can provide clients with the best insurance products at the best prices.
Shew is a certified financial planner and a highly respected California insurance market veteran.
Registered health insurer.
Chartered life insurer.
Employee benefits consultant who is registered.
Wellman's expertise is so well-known and valued that he was featured on Employee Benefits Selling magazine's April 2004 issue cover. The magazine's cover story highlighted Shew's insurance and workplace benefits expertise.
Fresno city officials also declared Wellman Shew Day to honor his dedication to outstanding service and helping the local community. City officials proclaimed to recognize him for his community service and positive interactions with residents and job providers.
Astute Examiner of the Ever-Changing Insurance Industry
Wellman has seen many changes in the state and national insurance industries during his decades of helping Californians and local job providers protect themselves and their businesses with quality insurance.
The Affordable Care Act is the most visible, which requires individuals to obtain health insurance and most employers to provide group health insurance benefits to employees who work 30 hours or more per week. He assists individuals and employers in meeting federal and state requirements for health insurance coverage.
Many small businesses in and around Fresno are especially vulnerable to the potentially high costs of providing group health insurance benefits. He assists them in providing quality health insurance to their employees at a reasonable price for small business owners.
Individuals and business owners can obtain quality insurance coverage and provide good employee benefits with professional guidance. He specializes in health savings accounts, long- and short-term disability insurance, and high-deductible health plans.
Shew also specializes in umbrella insurance and assists clients and general consumers learn about the coverage that protects against costs that may exceed the limits of other insurance policies. His blog shares his diverse expertise so that consumers from all walks of life and occupational levels can learn how to purchase valuable and affordable insurance coverage.
WellmanShew.com, his website, and blog, was recently launched. There, he publishes blog posts regularly detailing recent changes in the insurance industry and the current and potential future effects of ever-changing insurance laws and regulations.
Education and Professional Experience
Wellman Shew is a Fresno native who attended Central Union High School before graduating with a bachelor's degree in business administration from California State University-Fresno in 1981.
He became a licensed California insurance producer in 1982 after finishing his bachelor's degree and has since established himself as one of California's best insurance professionals.
His first job as an insurance professional was with Fraser & Associates in Fresno as a broker. He spent eight years with Fraser & Associates before moving to other insurance firms and establishing Shew & Company Insurance Services.
He strives to provide his clients with the best insurance services and assist them in obtaining the best insurance products at reasonable rates. He offers insurance solutions to individuals and groups and has access to many of the best insurance products underwritten by California's most respected insurance companies.
Participation in the Community
Wellman is also an active and supportive member of Clovis Hills Community Church. He believes in providing the best house of worship for his fellow congregation members and participating in community outreach efforts that help improve the lives of his fellow Fresno residents.
Wellman Shew joined the board of directors of Total Life Change in 2020, an organization that empowers people to improve their health and wellness by making significant life changes. Dietary changes that will enhance nutrition and health may be among the changes. They could also include learning marketable job skills, attending college, or making positive career changes.
He established the insurance brokerage in 2005 and focuses on employee benefits. His insurance specialties, in addition to employee benefits, include life insurance.
Insurance against disability
Insurance for long-term care
Section 125 plans for health savings accounts
401k accounts
Whether the client is a large corporation looking to provide first-rate employee benefits or an individual looking for affordable health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits.
Achievements in the Insurance Industry
In February 2022, Wellman will celebrate his 40th year as a California insurance professional. His tenure in the state's insurance market attests to his knowledge and professionalism. His career has been recognized for its excellence and is expected to last many years.
Shew was previously named a member of the year by the Central California Association of Health Underwriters (CCAHU) for his dedicated and exceptional service as one of California's best insurance professionals.
Organizations like the CCAHU allow him to make important contacts in the California insurance market. Because of these connections, he can provide clients with the best insurance products at the best prices.
Shew is a certified financial planner and a highly respected California insurance market veteran.
Registered health insurer.
Chartered life insurer.
Employee benefits consultant who is registered.
Wellman's expertise is so well-known and valued that he was featured on Employee Benefits Selling magazine's April 2004 issue cover. The magazine's cover story highlighted Shew's insurance and workplace benefits expertise.
Fresno city officials also declared Wellman Shew Day to honor his dedication to outstanding service and helping the local community. City officials proclaimed to recognize him for his community service and positive interactions with residents and job providers.
Astute Examiner of the Ever-Changing Insurance Industry
Wellman has seen many changes in the state and national insurance industries during his decades of helping Californians and local job providers protect themselves and their businesses with quality insurance.
The Affordable Care Act is the most visible, which requires individuals to obtain health insurance and most employers to provide group health insurance benefits to employees who work 30 hours or more per week. He assists individuals and employers in meeting federal and state requirements for health insurance coverage.
Many small businesses in and around Fresno are especially vulnerable to the potentially high costs of providing group health insurance benefits. He assists them in providing quality health insurance to their employees at a reasonable price for small business owners.
Individuals and business owners can obtain quality insurance coverage and provide good employee benefits with professional guidance. He specializes in health savings accounts, long- and short-term disability insurance, and high-deductible health plans.
Shew also specializes in umbrella insurance and assists clients and general consumers learn about the coverage that protects against costs that may exceed the limits of other insurance policies. His blog shares his diverse expertise so that consumers from all walks of life and occupational levels can learn how to purchase valuable and affordable insurance coverage.
WellmanShew.com, his website, and blog, was recently launched. There, he publishes blog posts regularly detailing recent changes in the insurance industry and the current and potential future effects of ever-changing insurance laws and regulations.
Education and Professional Experience
Wellman Shew is a Fresno native who attended Central Union High School before graduating with a bachelor's degree in business administration from California State University-Fresno in 1981.
He became a licensed California insurance producer in 1982 after finishing his bachelor's degree and has since established himself as one of California's best insurance professionals.
His first job as an insurance professional was with Fraser & Associates in Fresno as a broker. He spent eight years with Fraser & Associates before moving to other insurance firms and establishing Shew & Company Insurance Services.
He strives to provide his clients with the best insurance services and assist them in obtaining the best insurance products at reasonable rates. He offers insurance solutions to individuals and groups and has access to many of the best insurance products underwritten by California's most respected insurance companies.
Participation in the Community
Wellman is also an active and supportive member of Clovis Hills Community Church. He believes in providing the best house of worship for his fellow congregation members and participating in community outreach efforts that help improve the lives of his fellow Fresno residents.
Wellman Shew joined the board of directors of Total Life Change in 2020, an organization that empowers people to improve their health and wellness by making significant life changes. Dietary changes that will enhance nutrition and health may be among the changes. They could also include learning marketable job skills, attending college, or making positive career changes.